Conconi Test
Posted: Wed Jul 13, 2011 1:04 pm
Strangely i searched "Conconi" on this forum and came up with nada...oh well here goes
So I have just got myself a basic HRM and want to start the process of working out my HR zones for training etc. Eventually working out a plan and goals etc. One thing at a time
So i have read up about the Conconi Test for initially working out Lactic Threshold and found a few good 'how to' guides:
http://www.tacx.com/en/tacx-coach/condi ... nitest.dot
http://www.athletescircle.com/index.php ... -test-bike
http://www.oocities.org/hotsprings/3257/conconi.html
http://www.2peak.com/tools/heartrate_bike.php <- training zones from bpm
Anyways they all say similar things (some are written for running not cycling tho) but i have a few (simple, i hope) questions:
- Anyone here done one? Any hints on what to do/not to do to ensure a graph that makes some sense?
- They all say that velodrome is ideal but I dont have one in my house Should i opt for the mag trainer, rollers (no resistance) or a quiet, flat loop of road somewhere close?
- When increasing speed at each increment (most say 200m), should i be giving preference to increasing my cadence or increasing my gears to up the speed?
- And finally whats a good speed to start from so im not there all day or dont blow up after 10mins? I would say im not a "beginner" but not an "experienced" rider either
Keen to hear your thoughts on your own tests and any advice to offer
Cheers
Rob
So I have just got myself a basic HRM and want to start the process of working out my HR zones for training etc. Eventually working out a plan and goals etc. One thing at a time
So i have read up about the Conconi Test for initially working out Lactic Threshold and found a few good 'how to' guides:
http://www.tacx.com/en/tacx-coach/condi ... nitest.dot
http://www.athletescircle.com/index.php ... -test-bike
http://www.oocities.org/hotsprings/3257/conconi.html
http://www.2peak.com/tools/heartrate_bike.php <- training zones from bpm
Anyways they all say similar things (some are written for running not cycling tho) but i have a few (simple, i hope) questions:
- Anyone here done one? Any hints on what to do/not to do to ensure a graph that makes some sense?
- They all say that velodrome is ideal but I dont have one in my house Should i opt for the mag trainer, rollers (no resistance) or a quiet, flat loop of road somewhere close?
- When increasing speed at each increment (most say 200m), should i be giving preference to increasing my cadence or increasing my gears to up the speed?
- And finally whats a good speed to start from so im not there all day or dont blow up after 10mins? I would say im not a "beginner" but not an "experienced" rider either
Keen to hear your thoughts on your own tests and any advice to offer
Cheers
Rob